The Ford Atlas concept pickup is unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013.

The Ford Atlas concept pickup is unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013.

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DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Visitors look over a Mercedes SCG AMG Black Series during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Visitors look over a Mercedes SCG AMG Black Series during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 13: Mercedes-Benz introduces the 2014 CLA at the North American International Auto Show on January 13, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27.

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 13: Mercedes-Benz introduces the 2014 CLA at the North American International Auto Show on January 13, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27.

Karmin's Amy Heidemann performs at the launch of the Mercedes CLA class car at a press event on the eve of the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO / Geoff ROBINS less

Karmin's Amy Heidemann performs at the launch of the Mercedes CLA class car at a press event on the eve of the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO / ... more

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DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 13: Dr. Dieiter Zetsche Chairman of the Board at Mercedes-Benz introduces the 2014 CLA at the North American International Auto Show on January 13, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 13: Dr. Dieiter Zetsche Chairman of the Board at Mercedes-Benz introduces the 2014 CLA at the North American International Auto Show on January 13, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto ... more

Mercedes Chairman of the Board Dr. Dieter Zetsche poses for a photo at the launch of the company's CLA class car on the eve of the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO / Geoff ROBINS less

Mercedes Chairman of the Board Dr. Dieter Zetsche poses for a photo at the launch of the company's CLA class car on the eve of the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, ... more

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DETROIT, MI, - JANUARY 14: The new Lincoln MKC crossover concept vehicle makes its world debut at the media preview of the 2013 North American International Auto Show at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 members of the media from 68 countries are attending the show this year. The 2013 NAIAS opens to the public January 19th. less

DETROIT, MI, - JANUARY 14: The new Lincoln MKC crossover concept vehicle makes its world debut at the media preview of the 2013 North American International Auto Show at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Angel Palizio dusts a Kia Soul with the DC Comics package during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Angel Palizio dusts a Kia Soul with the DC Comics package during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto ... more

The 2014 Jeep Compass is introduced at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 14, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

The 2014 Jeep Compass is introduced at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 14, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

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DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 13: The 7th-generation Chevrolet Corvette, the C7, is revealed to the media at the Russell Industrial Complex January 13, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The redesigned 2014 Corvette was revealed at a preview of the 2013 North American International Auto Show, which opens in Detroit January 14th. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 13: The 7th-generation Chevrolet Corvette, the C7, is revealed to the media at the Russell Industrial Complex January 13, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The redesigned 2014 Corvette was ... more

The redesigned 2014Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is introduced the night before press previews start at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

The redesigned 2014Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is introduced the night before press previews start at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

The redesigned 2014Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is introduced the night before press previews start at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

The redesigned 2014Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is introduced the night before press previews start at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 13: Mark Reuss (L), General Motors' President of North America, Ed Welburn (C), Vice President of Global Design, and Tadge Juenter, Corvette Chief Engineer, stand with the 7th-generation Chevrolet Corvette, the C7, during its reveal to the media at the Russell Industrial Complex January 13, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The redesigned 2014 Corvette was revealed at a preview of the 2013 North American International Auto Show, which opens in Detroit January 14th. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 13: Mark Reuss (L), General Motors' President of North America, Ed Welburn (C), Vice President of Global Design, and Tadge Juenter, Corvette Chief Engineer, stand with the 7th-generation ... more

The redesigned 2014Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is introduced the night before press previews start at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

The redesigned 2014Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is introduced the night before press previews start at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

The Mercedes CLA class car is premiered at a press event on the eve of the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO / Geoff ROBINS

The Mercedes CLA class car is premiered at a press event on the eve of the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO / Geoff ROBINS

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The Mercedes CLA class car is premiered at a press event on the eve of the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO / Geoff ROBINS

The Mercedes CLA class car is premiered at a press event on the eve of the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 13, 2013. AFP PHOTO / Geoff ROBINS

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DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 9: Walter de Silva (L), Head of Group Design Volkswagen Group, and Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, Member of the Board Volkswagen Brand, reveal the new E Bugster during a media, and preview at the 2012 North American International Auto Show January 9, 2012 in Detroit, Michigan. The show is open to the general public January 14-22. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 9: Walter de Silva (L), Head of Group Design Volkswagen Group, and Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, Member of the Board Volkswagen Brand, reveal the new E Bugster during a media, and preview at the ... more

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DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Infiniti introduces the 2014 Q50 to replace their best-selling G sedan at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Infiniti introduces the 2014 Q50 to replace their best-selling G sedan at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Johan De Nysschen (L) president of Infiniti Motor Corp. and Shiro Nakamura chief creative offcer, introduce the 2014 Q50 to replace their best-selling G sedan at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Johan De Nysschen (L) president of Infiniti Motor Corp. and Shiro Nakamura chief creative offcer, introduce the 2014 Q50 to replace their best-selling G sedan at the North American ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Johan De Nysschen (R) president of Infiniti Motor Corp. and Shiro Nakamura chief creative offcer, introduce the 2014 Q50 to replace their best-selling G sedan at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Johan De Nysschen (R) president of Infiniti Motor Corp. and Shiro Nakamura chief creative offcer, introduce the 2014 Q50 to replace their best-selling G sedan at the North American ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Johan De Nysschen president of Infiniti Motor Corp. introduces the 2014 Q50 to replace their best-selling G sedan at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Johan De Nysschen president of Infiniti Motor Corp. introduces the 2014 Q50 to replace their best-selling G sedan at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in ... more

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DETROIT, MI, - JANUARY 10: The Tesla Model S Signature is shown during a media preview day at the 2012 North American International Auto Show January 10, 2012 in Detroit, Michigan. The NAIAS opens to the public January 14th and continues through January 22nd. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images) (Bill Pugliano / Getty Images) less

DETROIT, MI, - JANUARY 10: The Tesla Model S Signature is shown during a media preview day at the 2012 North American International Auto Show January 10, 2012 in Detroit, Michigan. The NAIAS opens to the public ... more

DETROIT, MI, - JANUARY 10: The Tesla Modes S Signature is shown during a media preview day at the 2012 North American International Auto Show January 10, 2012 in Detroit, Michigan. The NAIAS opens to the public January 14th and continues through January 22nd. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images) (Bill Pugliano / Getty Images) less

DETROIT, MI, - JANUARY 10: The Tesla Modes S Signature is shown during a media preview day at the 2012 North American International Auto Show January 10, 2012 in Detroit, Michigan. The NAIAS opens to the public ... more

The 2013 Jeep grand cherokee is introduced at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 14, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

The 2013 Jeep grand cherokee is introduced at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 14, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

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DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The Hyundai HCD-14 concept vehicle is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 members of the media from 68 countries are attending the show this year. The 2013 NAIAS opens to the public January 19th. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The Hyundai HCD-14 concept vehicle is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately ... more

The Hyundai HCD-14 concept car is introduced at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, on January 14, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

The Hyundai HCD-14 concept car is introduced at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, on January 14, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

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DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The Hyundai HCD-14 concept vehicle is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 members of the media from 68 countries are attending the show this year. The 2013 NAIAS opens to the public January 19th. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The Hyundai HCD-14 concept vehicle is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The Hyundai HCD-14 concept vehicle is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 members of the media from 68 countries are attending the show this year. The 2013 NAIAS opens to the public January 19th. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The Hyundai HCD-14 concept vehicle is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The Honda Urban SUV concept is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 members of the media from 68 countries are attending the show this year. The 2013 NAIAS opens to the public January 19th. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The Honda Urban SUV concept is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The Honda Urban SUV concept is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 members of the media from 68 countries are attending the show this year. The 2013 NAIAS opens to the public January 19th. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The Honda Urban SUV concept is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: New 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vehicles are shown at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 members of the media from 68 countries are attending the show this year. The 2013 NAIAS opens to the public January 19th. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: New 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vehicles are shown at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The new Mercedes-Benz E 400 Hybrid makes its world debut at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview Jat the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 members of the media from 68 countries are attending the show this year. The 2013 NAIAS opens to the public January 19th. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The new Mercedes-Benz E 400 Hybrid makes its world debut at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview Jat the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Cars are displayed at the Ford exhibit at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 members of the media from 68 countries are attending the show this year. The 2013 NAIAS opens to the public January 19th. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Cars are displayed at the Ford exhibit at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 ... more

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DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Cars are displayed at the Jaguar exhibit at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 members of the media from 68 countries are attending the show this year. The 2013 NAIAS opens to the public January 19th. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Cars are displayed at the Jaguar exhibit at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 ... more

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DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The 2014 BMW Z4 is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 members of the media from 68 countries are attending the show this year. The 2013 NAIAS opens to the public January 19th. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: The 2014 BMW Z4 is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview at the Cobo Center January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6,000 members of ... more

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The 2014 Maserati Quattroporte debuts at media previews for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Monday, Jan. 14, 2013.

The 2014 Maserati Quattroporte debuts at media previews for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Monday, Jan. 14, 2013.

The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, in red, is seen with previous models during media previews for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Monday, Jan. 14, 2013.

The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, in red, is seen with previous models during media previews for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Monday, Jan. 14, 2013.

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DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Several generations of Chevrolet Corvettes are displayed during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Several generations of Chevrolet Corvettes are displayed during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto ... more

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DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: A Bentley emblem graces the steering wheel of the 202 MPH Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: A Bentley emblem graces the steering wheel of the 202 MPH Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: A first and next generation Chevrolet Corvette are displayed during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: A first and next generation Chevrolet Corvette are displayed during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto ... more

Photo: Scott Olson, .

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Trapeze artists Duo perform at the Via Motors press conference at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, on January 14, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

Trapeze artists Duo perform at the Via Motors press conference at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, on January 14, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Visitors look over a 202 MPH Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Visitors look over a 202 MPH Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. ... more

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Visitors look over the Scion iQ during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: Visitors look over the Scion iQ during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the ... more

The Hyundai HCD-14 concept car is introduced at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, on January 14, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

The Hyundai HCD-14 concept car is introduced at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, on January 14, 2013. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA

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DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: A first and next generation Chevrolet Corvette are displayed during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto show will be open to the public January 19-27. less

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 14: A first and next generation Chevrolet Corvette are displayed during the media preview at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. The auto ... more

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Kia Executive for Sales Tom Loveless, stands by the automaker's Cadenza after is unveiling at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013.

Kia Executive for Sales Tom Loveless, stands by the automaker's Cadenza after is unveiling at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013.